Thinking From A to Z
, by Warburton,Nigel- ISBN: 9780415433716 | 0415433711
- Cover: Paperback
- Copyright: 8/14/2007
What is ?humpty-dumptying?? Do ?arguments from analogy? ever stand up? How do I know when someone is using ?weasel words?? What?s the difference between a ?red herring? and a ?straw man?? This superb book, now in its third edition, will help anyone who wants to argue well and think critically. Using witty and topical examples, this fully-updated new edition includes many new entries and updates the whole text. New entries include: Principle of Charity Lawyer?s Answer Least Worst Option Poisoning the Well Sentimentality Sunk Cost Fallacy Weasel Words ?You would say that wouldn?t you? Thinking from A to Z may not help you win every argument, but it will definitely give you the power to tell a good one from a bad one.